James Walkinshaw

James Walkinshaw is a candidate for Representative in Congress District 11 Primary Election in 2026 in Congressional District 11, Virginia.

Incumbent Representative in Congress in Fairfax, VA

Also running: Bree Fram, Gavin Solomon.

James Walkinshaw is the Democratic Representative for Virginia’s 11th Congressional District, serving since September 2025. A Northern Virginia native and former Fairfax County supervisor, he previously served as Chief of Staff for his predecessor. Walkinshaw, 43, prioritizes healthcare affordability, stable government funding, and protecting federal employees from political attacks. He champions fair pay raises, shutdown protections, and co-founded the Federal Workforce Caucus, earning the AFGE's endorsement. His campaign aims to take back Congress and counter a "corrupt and dangerous agenda." He is up for reelection in 2026.